Feature image photo credit: Patrick Rivera Photography
OG8 is a multi-faceted rock and roll band that injects elements of soul, funk, southern rock, R&B, jazz, and blues. Jaime and Troy are the founding members of OG8, which is a collective of seasoned veterans with decades of recording and performance experience. They released their self-titled debut album in 2024, which includes their latest single “W.O.M.A.N.”
In this interview, we find out more about Jaime, Troy, and OG8, including the story of their formation and their plans for the future. We also hear about Troy’s guitar collection and what he uses to record, as well as Jaime’s experience with motherhood and how it might impact the music.
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Hello everyone! My name is Scott Itter, but some know me as Dr. Music. I am a music journalist and photographer out of the Chicagoland area, and I have been in practice for over 20 years. I grew up in the 70’s with two big brothers that showed me all kinds of rock and roll. As I grew older I ventured out into different genres like jazz, funk, folk, and whatever else I could wrap my ears around. As I read every liner note and every Circus and Hit Parader like they were the Old and New Testament, I came to realize that I just love sound and appreciate all the people that create it.
I later became a stay-at-home dad and started honing my writing and photography skills to keep my mind from turning into mashed peas. My kids are now adults, my mind is only slightly mushy, and I am thrilled to have the honor of presenting my work to you!